Mention the word “woodworking” and what immediately comes to mind are sprawling sash factories and armies of craftsmen. But for woodworking artist Miguel Habito, his “factory” is a well-organized garage in his family’s home in Los Baños, Laguna.

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As the craftsman behind Metryk PH, Miguel creates wooden furniture items and décor with clean lines and a touch of quirk (his wooden planters and candleholders all have faces). This painting major found inspiration while working as a graphic designer. “My old company played a big role because it opened my eyes to Scandinavian furniture,” he says.

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Miguel himself pieces together his own products, and the process helps him learn more about his craft. “By doing so, I can understand the process and the intricacy of the items, and get the quality and results that I want.” He does all this in an enviably well-stocked woodworking shop at home. The garage is neatly organized, and fitted out with band and circular saws, dozens of manual saws, clamps, planers, and all the tools needed for his work.

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Here, the artist also shares his ten favorite things at home, some of which are not really related to woodworking, but still inspirational.

1. Home accessory

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“I love lamps as they…give that warm feeling when you enter a room. When a client asked me if I can make a lamp for him, I gladly said yes!” You can buy this lamp at Metryk.

2. Scent

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“I got these rose-scented candles from Daiso. Most of the time, I put them on my candleholders. They’re cheap yet have a really good aroma.” Visit Daiso’s Facebook page for branches.